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John Cho Issues a Beatdown in Stylish Cowboy Bebop Trailer: Watch
After much anticipation, the live-action adaptation of Cowboy Bebop comes to Netflix next month and today, the streamer shared the stylish teaser trailer. In the clip, fans get a closer look at André Neme’s interpretation of the space Western anime. Filmed in a style reminiscent of ’70s action movies, the trailer shows the camaraderie between the trio of bounty hunter protagonists. The easily distracted Spike Spiegel (John Cho) teams up with the irritable Jet Black (Mustafa Shakir) and no-nonsense Faye Valentine (Daniella Pineda). In spite of their bickering, the team still manages to get out of some sticky situations with slick fighting moves and sometimes ill-advised shooting. Spike’s archnemesis Vicious (Alex Hassell) also makes a brief appearance. Watch the trailer below. Advertis...
Mel Gibson Joins John Wick Origin Series The Continental
In the latest instance illustrating the fleeting nature of cancelation in Hollywood, Mel Gibson has joined the John Wick universe. Per Deadline, he will star in The Continental, a three-night origin series airing on Starz that will center around the titular hotel for assassins. Taking place in 1975 New York City, The Continental will explore the backstory of the John Wick centerpiece through a young Winston Scott (played by Ian McShane in the films), who takes on a harrowing attempt to seize control of the hotel after being dragged back into a world he tried to leave behind. The series has been in development dating back to 2018. Gibson will play a character named Cormac, with details of his role being kept under wraps. Albert Hughes (Menace II Society) has been tapped as director, bu...
Mel Brooks Writing Hulu Series History of the World, Part II
In what may be the most momentous news since the Lord announced 15 [drops tablet] ten commandments, Mel Brooks is working on History of the World, Part II. As Variety reports, the 95-year-old legend will write and executive produce the eight-episode series for Hulu. History of the World, Part I was released in 1981. Written, directed by, and starring Mel Brooks, it featured sketches from five periods in history: the Stone Age, the Old Testament, the Roman Empire, the Spanish Inquisition, and the French Revolution. While a second part was never intended, the film did end with “coming attractions,” which included Hitler on Ice and Jews in Space. Whether we can look forward to those segments or not, Part II is becoming a reality. “I can’t wait to once more tell t...
SNL: Rami Malek, Daniel Craig, and Kenan Thompson Audition for Prince Biopic
One of the notable sketches from this week’s Saturday Night Live saw host Rami Malek, his James Bond castmate Daniel Craig (appearing as a surprise guest), and SNL’s Kenan Thompson audition against one another for the lead role in a Prince biopic directed by Jordan Peele (played by Chris Redd). *** Spoiler*** In the sketch, Malek, who won an Oscar for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody, nails the audition, but loses points for, uh — not being Black. But before Thompson has a chance to celebrate his landing of the role, 007 himself appears for a last-minute audition. He missed the memo about the biopic being about Prince (instead dressing as an actual prince), but nonetheless walks away with the role. “That was bad, but you’re James Bond so you got the part,” remarks Redd...
Drake Threatened to Quit Degrassi Because His Character Used a Wheelchair: Report
Never mind the fact that he literally titled his most recent album Certified Lover Boy — Drake evidently hasn’t always been so comfortable sharing his sensitive side. Before he gifted us with unabashedly sullen breakup ballads like “Marvins Room,” he was better known as Aubrey Graham, the actor behind high school basketball star Jimmy Brooks in the massively popular teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation. In a recent oral history celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Canadian phenomenon, Degrassi screenwriter James Hurst said that Drake once threatened to leave the show because Jimmy used a wheelchair, which the rapper feared made him look “soft.” (As if “soft” hasn’t been used to describe most Drake music since 2010.) If you’ll recall, one of Degrassi’s most critical pl...
John Cena’s Peacemaker Is the Hero We Don’t Need in First Trailer for HBO Max Show: Watch
He’s not the hero we need, but maybe he’s the hero we deserve. Peacemaker is here in the first trailer for John Cena’s The Suicide Squad spin-off series coming to HBO Max on January, 13th 2022. Picking up where the hit DC Extended Universe movie left off, Cena’s Peacemaker is brought back from the brink of death by Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) “just to save the fucking world, that’s all.” Now under the charge of his handlers (Danielle Brooks’ Leota Adebayo, Chukwudi Iwuji’s Clemson Murn, Steve Agee’s John Economos, and Jennifer Holland’s Emilia Harcourt), it’s up to Peacemaker to bring peace to the country — no matter who he has to kill to get it. The teaser trailer also introduces Freddie Stroma as Adrian Chase/Vigilante, another wacky anti-hero who kills for the greater good. We als...
Big Mouth Season 5 Trailer Introduces Love Bugs and Hate Worms: Watch
Ahead of its November 5th debut, Netflix has shared the Season 5 trailer for Big Mouth, which will be introducing love bugs and hate worms into the mix. What’s more, there will be a special Christmas-themed episode done with puppets and stop-motion! Narrated by John Mulaney’s Andrew, the typically raunchy clip opens with a reference to a hormone monster threesome before bringing the aforementioned love bugs into the life of protagonist Nick Birch (series co-creator Nick Kroll). Meanwhile, his love interest Jessi (Jessi Klein) is exploring the boundaries of her own sexuality with Ali (Ali Wong). Missy (now voiced by Ayo Edebiri), Jay (Jason Mantzoukass), and Lola (Kroll) are all back as well, with the latter two apparently in a love triangle with Matthew (Andrew Rannells) Their adolescent i...
Meet The Cast Of The Challenge: All Stars Season 2
Gauntlet 2 gold medal Rookies Team (Jodi Weatherton and MJ Garrett) and Cutthroat Red Team (Brad Fiorenza and Tyler Duckworth) champion reunions trying to reclaim the top titles. The Real World: Cancun roomies (Derek Chavez, Jasmine Reynaud and Jonna Mannion) and The Real World: Austin housemates (Melinda Collins and Nehemiah Clark) back together and “being real.” And some Fresh Meat (Casey Cooper and Ryan Kehoe) vying for victory for the first time. These groups represent some of the competitors making their mark on the upcoming The Challenge: All Stars Season 2. Before the 24 players try to win the $500,000 prize, get to know the 12 men and 12 women competing on the Paramount+ series. From Season 1 returning players Katie Doyle, Laterrian Wallace and silver medalist Darrell T...
Netflix CEO: Dave Chappelle’s Trans Comments Don’t “Translate to Real-World Harm”
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has issued a new internal memo defending the streamer’s decision to stand behind Dave Chappelle amid the growing controversy over his latest special, The Closer. Sarandos rejected the notion made by LGBTQ+ advocates that that Chappelle’s derogatory comments about transgender people could inspire hate and violence. “While some employees disagree, we have a strong belief that content on screen doesn’t directly translate to real-world harm,” Sarandos wrote. Advertisement Related Video “The strongest evidence to support this is that violence on screens has grown hugely over the last thirty years, especially with first party shooter games, and yet violent crime has fallen significantly in many countries,” Sarandos added. “Adults can watch violence, assault and abuse ...
‘We’re Gonna Leave With The Money’: Can Allies Ashley And Amanda Really Win The Challenge?
Flowers might typically wilt and wither come summer’s end, but on The Challenge, Lavender Ladies Ashley and Amanda are poised to extend their bloom for seasons to come. The question is: Will Spies, Lies and Allies finally be the game in which Ashley and Amanda can go the distance…together? On the latest episode of Season 37, and amid twists and turns that’d leave a champion acrobat dizzy, the two took a minute to reflect on their years-long friendship, which they first nurtured as rookies on Rivals III. The ladies proceeded to spend five straight seasons side by side, and with Amanda’s return on Spies after a lengthy hiatus, Ashley waxed poetic about how far her fiery friend — a new mom — had come. “I’m just so honored to be Amanda’s friend,” Ashley said. “She’s such a great human. She’s a...
Larry David Hates People Individually But Loves Mankind in Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 11 Trailer: Watch
If you thought a global pandemic would compel Larry David to do a bit of soul searching, think again. In the newly released trailer for Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 11, Larry is as crabby as ever. From the very onset of the two-minute teaser, Larry mocks Suzie’s toast to friendship. He learns that Jon Hamm’s film inspired by the Seinfeld creator has been canceled because “they hated the character. The word that kept reappearing is repugnant.” He gets into a tiff with Suzie over bath towels, and declines to pray for Albert Brooks, because it’ll make him “feel like an idiot.” “I hate people individually, but I love mankind,” Larry tells his ex-wife, Cheryl, who replies with disgust, “Oh, you do?” Advertisement Related Video Needless to say, Curb Your Enthusiasm’s upcoming 11th season looks to...
The Best Episode of Community Turns 10 Today
Before anyone can protest, we get it: “Modern Warfare” (Season 1, Episode 23) is a television masterpiece. “Abed’s Uncontrollable Christmas” (Season 2, Episode 11) is a prime example of the risk-taking that made Community so beloved. “Intermediate Documentary Filmmaking” (Season 2, Episode 16) with Levar Burton is the ship that launched a thousand Donald Glover memes. Community premiered on September 17, 2009 and quickly amassed a small but vocal following — the rallying cry of “six seasons and a movie” still echoes through Twitter timelines to this day. The Dan Harmon community college ensemble show has become something of a cult classic and found another wave of fans when the series landed on Netflix in 2020. Anyway, we’re here because a decade ago today (October 13th), the best episode ...
